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The text discusses the characteristics and applications of the copolymer Poly (Styrene-Co-Maleic Acid/Anhydride) (SMA) in bioconjugation, specifically focusing on its micelle formation and surface properties.

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SMA forms micelles with hydrophobic cores and hydrophilic surfaces for tissue targeting.

Poly (Styrene-Co-Maleic Acid/Anhydride) (SMA) is an alternating copolymer forming micelles with a hydrophobic styrenic core and a hydrophilic maleic acid surface. This structure allows for rate-controllable release and surface modification useful in tissue targeting.

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Poly (Styrene-Co-Maleic Acid/Anhydride) (SMA) is an alternating copolymer forming micelles with a hydrophobic styrenic core and a hydrophilic maleic acid surface. This structure allows for rate-controllable release and surface modification useful in tissue targeting.

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Poly (Styrene-Co-Maleic Acid) is useful for bioconjugation due to its amphiphilic nature, creating potential for modifying surfaces in biomedical applications.

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